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| Criterion |  Architecture Architecture Decision Record |  Architecture Architecture Inception Canvas |  Product Strategy Product Vision Board |
|---|---|---|---|
Purposedifferent | An ADR permanently records an architecture decision with context, trade-offs, and consequence. It creates continuity for later changes because the decision path stays traceable. | The Architecture Inception Canvas bundles the first architecture questions into a compact decision picture. It fits when an initiative is still in motion but still needs clear guardrails. | When a product needs a shared direction, it connects target audience, benefit, and business picture in a clear vision. It makes the envisioned future legible for the team. |
Complexitysame | Low | Low | Low |
Timedifferent | 15-45 min | 1-2 h | 1-2 h |
Participantsdifferent | 1-3 | 3-8 | 2-8 |
Formatdifferent | Async | Workshop | Workshop + async |
Outputdifferent | ADR File, Decision Log, Rationale | Inception Canvas, Risks, Goal List, Open Questions | Product Vision Board, Vision Statement, Assumptions and Validation Questions |
Tagsno overlap | ArchitectureRationaleDocumentationGovernance | AlignmentArchitectureCanvas | VisionCanvasStrategyAlignment |
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